St Ives has 5 lobster spots in this directory, and the highest-rated right now are Balancing Eel, The Rum & Crab Shack, Harbour Fish & Chips. A lobster roll typically runs $18–$35; whole lobster is usually market-priced. Here they are, ranked.
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Editor's pick
ST IVES · BEST IN CITY
The Rum & Crab Shack
4.3 ★ · 2,296 reviews
"A standout lobster address in St Ives — a local favourite by review volume."
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The Rum & Crab Shack
Wharf Road · lobster shack
★4.32,296$$ – $$$
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Balancing Eel
Back Lane · seafood spot
★4.5603$$ – $$$
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Harbour Fish & Chips
Wharf Road · lobster pound
★4.32,283$$ – $$$
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The Beach Restaurant
Wharf Road · restaurant
★4.31,185$$ – $$$
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Albatross
Chapel Street · seafood spot
★4.187$$ – $$$
The full ranking , all 5 spots
1The Rum & Crab ShackWharf Road · lobster shack★ 4.3 · 2,296$$ – $$$2Balancing EelBack Lane · seafood spot★ 4.5 · 603$$ – $$$3Harbour Fish & ChipsWharf Road · lobster pound★ 4.3 · 2,283$$ – $$$4The Beach RestaurantWharf Road · restaurant★ 4.3 · 1,185$$ – $$$5AlbatrossChapel Street · seafood spot★ 4.1 · 87$$ – $$$
St Ives & lobster
St Ives sits on (or just inland from) England's South-West coast, where crab and lobster have been potted for centuries — Newlyn was recorded as a harbour back in 1435, and day-boats still work traditional withy pots along the Cornwall and Devon shoreline.
🦞 Lobster lore
Lobster pounds, open-air spots where you pick your lobster from a saltwater tank, are a New England institution rarely found elsewhere.
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Good to know
Where's the best lobster roll in St Ives?
By public rating, Balancing Eel leads right now. Use the filters above to find rolls, shacks or fine dining.
Where can I eat lobster near me in St Ives?
Every spot on this page is in or around St Ives, ranked by real Google rating and review volume, start at the top and work down.
How much does a lobster roll cost?
Expect $18–$38 depending on the spot, roadside shacks run cheaper than sit-down rooms.
What's the difference between a Maine and a Connecticut lobster roll?
Maine-style is chilled lobster bound with a little mayo; Connecticut-style is warm lobster in melted butter. Both turn up on menus worldwide.
When is lobster season?
Cold-water lobster is best late spring through autumn, though most spots serve it year-round.
Do I need a reservation for lobster in St Ives?
Roadside shacks are walk-in; popular sit-down rooms and Editor's Pick spots can book out on weekends, so call ahead for those.
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Lobster crackers & picks
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Disposable lobster bibs
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Butter warmer set
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New England lobster kit
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